JLPT N1 · Japanese kanji

皐

皐 — swamp

Reading
コウ・さつき
Meaning
swamp; shore
JLPT level
N1
Language
Japanese

About this kanji

皐 is a japanese kanji character commonly studied at the JLPT N1 level. Its primary reading is コウ・さつき and it means swamp; shore. To master it, see it in real Japanese content — import an article or YouTube video into InputDojo and every occurrence becomes a one-tap lookup.

Frequently asked questions

What does 皐 mean in Japanese?

皐 means swamp; shore in Japanese. It is one of the JLPT N1 kanji every learner meets at that level.

How is 皐 read?

皐 is read コウ・さつき. Reading it inside real words — — is the fastest way to remember it.

What level is 皐 — is it JLPT N1?

Yes. 皐 is on the official JLPT N1 kanji list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.

How do you use 皐 in a word?

The example words below all contain 皐 and are common Japanese vocabulary.

How do I learn 皐 effectively?

Read it in context. Import any Japanese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 皐 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.

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